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PPG Chairs meeting October 2020
This report contains notes of a virtual meeting of the Healthwatch Swindon PPG chairs/acting chairs and others and with CQC held by Zoom on 2 October 2020.
5 October 2020
Report
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New Self-Harm Information Service Launch
As of Monday 5 October, Self-injury Support will be offering a self-harm information and navigation service open to anyone over 18 affected by self-harm.
5 October 2020
News
SW England Oral Health Needs Assessment Patient & Public Survey - October 2020
NHS England and NHS Improvement South West want to understand more about oral health (mouth care and dental health) of people who live in the South West. Take the survey, and have your say.
5 October 2020
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Why am I being asked to wait to have my flu vaccine?
People who are most at risk of flu are recommended to get a flu vaccine every year. This winter is especially important with flu and coronavirus (COVID-19) both in circulation.
5 October 2020
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Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust achieves top rating in national SmokeFree survey
Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust has been recognised for its work towards the Great Western Hospital in Swindon becoming a Smokefree site. The Trust achieved a ‘green’ rating, scoring six out of seven, in this year’s NHS Smokefree survey.
1 October 2020
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Deadline for PPV roles in specialised commissioning extended to 9 October
The deadline for applying for a patient and public voice role (PPV) to support NHS England and Improvement commission specialised health services has been extended to Friday 9 October.
1 October 2020
News
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Have you have been told to self-isolate because of coronavirus (Covid-19), but you cannot work from home?
Have you have been told to self-isolate because of coronavirus (Covid-19), but you cannot work from home? If you have questions about your rights and entitlements, help is available. Read on to find out more.
28 September 2020
News
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Introducing the NHS COVID-19 app
The NHS Covid-19 has launched, and to date over 10 million people in England and Wales have downloaded it to protect others and save lives. 
28 September 2020
Advice and Information
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COVID-19: What people are telling us about their care
Find out what the public has been telling us about health and social care from April - June 2020, including the key issues people have faced because of the COVID-19 pandemic.
23 September 2020
News
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Healthwatch Swindon win Runner Up prize in Pride of Swindon Awards
We are delighted to announce that our Volunteer Team has been awarded a runner-up certificate for the Pride of Swindon Awards 2020. Find out more.
22 September 2020
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Local NHS asks people for their support to help loved ones leave hospital
Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust has launched a campaign #HelpingYouToGetHome asking families, friends and carers to help ensure patients can leave hospital as soon as they are well enough.
14 September 2020
News
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Advice on benefits if you are self-isolating
Have you have been told to self-isolate because of coronavirus (Covid-19), but you cannot work from home? If you have questions about your rights and entitlements, help is available. Find out more.
11 September 2020
News